2009 Ford Kuga vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Ford Kuga is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 Ford Kuga.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Kuga | 1982 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Kuga | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |